The loudest voice in the room shouldn’t always be the one in charge. If you want innovation, ownership, and real engagement, start by shutting up and listening. Your team already has the answers — but do they feel safe enough to speak?
Tech leadership isn’t a job—it’s a full-contact costume change. You’ll rotate through visionary, therapist, human shield, and “why am I still in this meeting?” hats before lunch. Here’s how to survive the chaos (and maybe even enjoy it).
Tech leadership isn’t a solo campaign—it’s a co-op game, and someone on your team keeps friendly firing. This post breaks down how to lead without blowing up your own squad. Sarcasm included. Respawns not guaranteed.
A low bus factor isn’t a flex—it’s a liability. If your team falls apart when one dev takes PTO, you don’t have a hero… you have a leadership problem. It’s time to stop celebrating knowledge hoarding and start building teams that can actually breathe.
You’re not too busy—you’re just prioritizing status meetings over the people doing the work. This post unpacks the leadership lie of “no time” and challenges you to stop ghosting your team in the name of productivity theater.
